Tag: Systemic Racism

The text discusses the potential for Israel to be viewed as a pariah state in light of recent events, particularly in relation to Western attitudes and policies.
The author, who identifies as both Black and Jewish, argues that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs need to be reimagined in order to address the needs of Jewish people.
The author of this article, a pastor from Chicago's South Side, criticizes the ideology of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) for exploiting the pain and struggles of marginalized communities for personal gain.
The article discusses the controversy surrounding the research practices of criminology professor Eric Stewart, who was fired from Florida State University.
"Rebecca Clarren's book 'The Cost of Free Land' explores her Jewish family's history in South Dakota as beneficiaries of land taken from the Lakota people, prompting her to grapple with feelings of guilt and a desire for atonement. While her family did not actively harm the Lakota, she recognizes their complicity in systemic injustices. Clarren intertwines the narratives of Jewish settlement in the West and the oppression of the Lakota, drawing parallels between American policies towards Native Americans and Hitler's ideology. The book highlights the need for understanding and acknowledging historical injustices, emphasizing the complex legacy of privilege and responsibility."
Retired Major General Ed Fitch, the highest-ranking Jewish officer in the Canadian Armed Forces, sees the court martial of Sgt. K.E. Bluemke for antisemitic comments as a positive milestone in how the military addresses antisemitism.
Princeton University's president, Christopher Eisgruber, is seen as holding contradictory principles regarding academic freedom and social justice, which has led to concerns about the university's direction.
Rabbi Tom Gutherz of Charlottesville's Congregation Beth Israel reflects on the 2017 Unite the Right rally and the ongoing civil trial accusing 14 men and 10 groups of conspiring to commit racist violence.
David Ben Moshe, a Black ex-con, found Judaism while in prison and later converted to Orthodox Judaism.
The article discusses the assault on empiricism in today's culture war debates.
This article discusses the intersection of Critical Race Theory (CRT) and its impact on Jewish individuals.
In this article, Alan Jotkowitz discusses the theological response needed in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic, racial unrest, and environmental crises.
The article argues in defense of "wokeness" and its compatibility with Jewish values.
The text discusses how current data does not support the belief that the United States is experiencing a Covid-19 crisis similar to the one seen in the Northeast during the spring.
As society begins to reopen after months of pandemic-related challenges, it's important to reflect on the kind of society we want to return to.
Chaim Bloom, the new chief baseball officer for the Boston Red Sox, has faced scrutiny and high expectations in his role.
Eliza Orlins, a 37-year-old public defender, is running for Manhattan district attorney.
The article discusses a shift in public opinion towards acknowledging and confronting racism, particularly in response to incidents like the murder of George Floyd.
The editorial by Jodi Rudoren reflects on the power of collective screams as a form of protest and expression in the face of systemic issues.
In a reflection on the current historical moment marked by protests, job losses, and a pandemic, the author emphasizes the importance of extreme empathy, drawing parallels to Jewish traditions of imagining oneself in the shoes of the oppressed.
Mary Miller, a veteran of the Treasury Department, is running for mayor of Baltimore.
In the face of rising anti-Semitism, discussions around black-Jewish relations have become crucial.
The article discusses the concept of "white-passing" within the Jewish community, particularly focusing on the experiences of Jews of Color.
The text challenges white American Jews to reconsider their views on race, pointing out the historical alliance between Jews and African Americans in fighting oppression.